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SOR 188S

1997 Yamaha XS650

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

46,833 mi
Last recorded46,833 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XS65017,903 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOR 188S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS650
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 46,833 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Apr 2017 46,833 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 44,865 miles
Fail 4 May 2015 29,640 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2015 29,640 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 29,212 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 29,212 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 2 Aug 2010 29,064 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 29,064 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 29,030 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS650?

Based on 7,134 MOT tests across 1,506 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
1,506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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SOR 188S is a 1997 Yamaha XS650 in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 17,903 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SOR 188S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XS650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SOR 188S registered?

SOR 188S is a 1997 Yamaha XS650, first registered on 10 July 1997.

Is SOR 188S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOR 188S shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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